Plant Operator/Labourer

Livingstone Shire Council; Yeppoon; On-site; AUD 68,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary Packaging available

Fortnightly RDO

Job summary

Livingstone Shire Council seeks a Plant Operator / Labourer for the Rural Operations team at The Caves. You will operate a backhoe and perform labouring tasks to support council infrastructure projects in the local community.

This hands-on role emphasizes practical, outdoors work with a focus on safety and teamwork. A White Card, valid driving licence, and commitment to quality are essential for delivering reliable maintenance and improvements.

Qualifications

• Operate a backhoe competently and safely.
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card) required.
• Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle licence.

Responsibilities

• Operate a backhoe for construction and maintenance tasks.
• Perform labouring tasks to support infrastructure projects.
• Contribute to safety, functionality and appearance of community assets.

Skills

Backhoe operation

White Card (Construction Induction)

Driver's licence

Job description

Applications closing on 23 November 2026, 11:59 PM

• Reference number 3063
• Job Type Full Time
• Package $75,946 per annum (QLGIA (Stream B) Level 5 + Site

Skilled Backhoe Operator Wanted - Join a Team That Values Your Expertise

Located at The Caves

The Role

Are you passionate about working outdoors, operating machinery, and contributing to the development of your community? We're looking for a motivated and skilled Plant Operator / Labourer to join our dedicated Rural Operations team at The Caves.

As a key member of our multi-disciplined team, you'll be responsible for a variety of plant operation, including regular use of a backhoe and labouring tasks that support the construction and maintenance of Council's infrastructure assets. This is a hands-on role where your skills and experience will directly contribute to the safety, functionality, and appearance of our community.

If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who enjoys contributing to a community in which you live, we would love to hear from you.

Skills, Experience and Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• The ability to competently and safely operate a backhoe;
• Construction Industry Induction (White Card); and
• Possess and maintain a current motor vehicle licence.
• Enjoy a healthy work/ life balance with a fortnightly RDO;
• Salary Packaging available;
• Be part of a supportive and skilled team;
• Work on meaningful projects that benefit the community;
• Positive safety culture - See. Stop. Report.